§ Dr. FoxTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what steps his Department is taking to promote the availability of drinking water and adequate toilet facilities in schools to combat enuresis. [78095]
§ Mr. MilibandI have been asked to reply.
The Education (School Premises) Regulations 1999 specify the toilet facilities required in all schools. They also state that a school shall have a wholesome supply of water for domestic purposes including a supply of drinking water. We are also planning to disseminate good practice advice to schools and local education 936W authorities on drinking water provision in the light of the health risks associated with not drinking enough water.